#149 - Jeremiah Watkins: Comedy Store Stories, Moving to LA from Kansas, Why All Comics Should Learn Improv

After moving to LA from Kansas at the age of 20, Jeremiah Watkins has become one of the most influential players in the LA comedy network. I've been a fan of Jeremiah's since seeing him in action on the Roast Battle's wave a few years ago. He is hands down one of the most dynamic performers I have ever seen and breaks down how how he does it on this week's episode. Not only can he kill a stage but also runs some of the most popular shows at The Comedy Store.

Must Hear Moments:

• Moving to LA from Kansas at age 20
• Navigating the LA comedy scene
• Training with Keegan Michael Key at Second City
• Making comedy a full-time job
• The real hustle of comedy
• Bombing in front of friends
• Comedy Store stories
• Celebrity personality traits
• How to create characters live on stage
• Why all comics should learn improv

Quotable Quotes
"I never thought I'd get upset to be bumped by Dave Chappelle."
"Jeff Ross always says three words, enjoy the process."
"Not having an ego pays off."
"I remember Keegan Michael Key telling me about pitching Key & Peele to Comedy Central."
"Coming from Kansas, I thought you had to be 21 to do stand-up comedy."

Jeremiah's Website:
http://www.jeremiahwatkins.tv/
Jeremiah's Podcast:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jeremiah-wonders/id1332244128?mt=2
Jeremiah's Music:
https://www.reganandwatkins.com/

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Research Cited:
https://www.thecrabfeast.com/2016/02/08/the-crabfeast-194-jeremiah-watkins/
https://soundcloud.com/theponyhour/jeremiah-mixdown
https://www.mindpodnetwork.com/tao-comedy-44-jeremiah-watkins/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWWUJX517g8
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sit-down-with-stand-ups/id1036619440?mt=2

#148 - Sean Patton: Storytelling Secrets, Improvising on Stage, Louis CK Controversy

Sean Patton is one of comedy's most unique talents. I have seen him perform live four times and not a single set has been the same. He breaks down his technique behind improvising on stage and how you can do the same. There is also an in-depth discussion on the power of silence on stage and a storytelling breakdown that has forever changed the way I perform comedy. This is one of those Hot Breathisodes you'll have to hear multiple times to digest.

Must Hear Moments:

• The Storytelling Treehouse technique
• Navigating the comedy business
• Taping for Comedy Central
• Advice from Bill Burr
• Comedy writing tips
• OCD Tips
• How to improvise on stage
• The power of silence in comedy
• Loving Atlanta comedy
• Louis CK

Quotable Quotes

"I feel like I'm lying on stage if I do the same thing every time."
"In order for a story to grow, it has to be planted in truth."
"Your jokes fit together like Lego blocks."
"Bill Burr told me he's blown away at how I comfortable I am with silence."
"Louis CK must talk about what he's done and why it was wrong."


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Research Cited:
The Laugh Button: Comedy.Covered
https://thelaughbutton.com/sean-patton/interview-four-nights-road-sean-patton/
The CrabFeast with Ryan Sickler and Jay Larson:
https://www.thecrabfeast.com/2014/02/25/crabfeast-episode-93-sean-patton/
Beyond the Joke: The Lowdown on Stand-Up Comedy from Bruce Dessau
https://www.beyondthejoke.co.uk/content/4194/interview-rarely-asked-questions-sean-patton

#147 - Samm Severin: How to Record a Comedy Album, Balancing OCD with Comedy, Drugs and Creativity

Samm Severin is an Atlanta favorite that just recorded her first comedy album called "Stoned and Sad." She breaks down how comics can record their own albums from start to finish. There are also a lot of insightful stories about her battles with sobriety and how her OCD is connected. This is one of a kind interview with a one of a kind comic. Enjoy!

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#146 - Marvin Hunter Shares Stories of Working with Kevin Hart, Doing Comedy in the Navy, Taping a Comedy Central Special,+ MORE

Marvin Hunter just taped his second appearance on Comedy Central with his Half Hour special on Kevin Hart's Next Level show. He didn't start comedy until he was 30 but has found fast success after paying his dues on the road. This interview provides veteran insights from a comic that has earned his success the hard way.

Must Hear Moments:

• The first jokes he said on stage   
• Starting comedy in the Navy
• Hilarious road stories
• Doing comedy in strip clubs
• Growing up black in Mississippi
• Working with Kevin Hart
• How he booked Comedy Central
• Opening up for Katt Williams
• Going on tour with Rickey Smiley
• Young comic mistakes
  

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